Straight answers for clients, candidates, and cross-border project teams.

HMJ Global specialises in mission-critical delivery across three primary sectors: data centre construction and commissioning, pharmaceutical and cleanroom manufacturing, and critical facilities operations. Within these sectors we recruit across CSA, MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing), commissioning, HV/substations, security and cabling, QA/QC, HSE, planning and controls, and commercial and quantity surveying disciplines. See our full service areas on the Clients page.

Our typical shortlist turnaround is 48 hours from the point of brief capture. This applies to the majority of roles within our core specialisms. For highly niche or cross-border requirements, we'll confirm a realistic timeline at brief stage. Our five-step delivery process is outlined on the About page.

Both. We provide permanent recruitment from executive level down to site level, as well as contract and interim staff deployment for programmes requiring rapid mobilisation. We can also mobilise complete multi-disciplinary project teams where required.

We operate across the UK, Ireland, and 12 EU markets including the Benelux region (Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg), the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), the Nordic countries (Finland, Sweden, Denmark), and Southern Europe (Spain, Portugal, Italy). Cross-border payroll and compliance support is included as standard.

For UK-based engagements, HMJ Global conducts role-by-role IR35 status assessments in line with the off-payroll working rules (IR35 Chapter 10, ITEPA 2003). We use documented Status Determination Statements (SDS) for all inside-IR35 engagements and can advise on umbrella company routes or PAYE arrangements where applicable. We do not place contractors outside IR35 without a defensible, documented assessment. See our Compliance section for more detail.

We have established employer-of-record and payroll partnerships across our EU markets, enabling compliant engagement of contractors across multiple jurisdictions without clients needing local entities. This includes social contribution management, local employment law adherence, and in-country onboarding. We've been building this infrastructure since our first cross-border mobilisations and it is central to how we operate. Read more on our About page.

Yes. HMJ-Global Ltd processes candidate and client data in accordance with the UK GDPR and, for EU operations, the EU GDPR (Regulation 2016/679). We maintain a Data Protection Policy, process data only for specified lawful purposes, and do not sell or share personal data with third parties outside of the recruitment process. Our full Privacy Policy is available here.

HMJ Global is working towards full membership of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) — the UK's leading recruitment industry body. REC membership requires adherence to a professional Code of Practice covering ethical recruitment, legal compliance, and quality standards. We operate to these standards across all our markets.

Yes. For senior, niche, or programme-critical hires, we can offer retained or exclusive search arrangements with agreed milestones and fee structures. Speak to our team via the enquiry form or call 0800 861 1230 to discuss your requirements.

Our fee structures vary depending on whether the engagement is permanent, contract, or interim. We're transparent about rates from the first conversation — including market benchmarking data where helpful. Contact us via the enquiry form to discuss your specific requirements.

Yes. Multi-disciplinary project team mobilisation is one of our core service lines. We can scope, source, onboard, and support full delivery teams across CSA, MEP, commissioning, QA, and planning functions — including cross-border teams. See our Clients page for more on this capability.

For pharma, cleanroom, and GMP environments specifically, we screen candidates for documentation readiness, familiarity with GMP/GDP frameworks, and relevant validation or commissioning certifications. We do not shortlist candidates into regulated programmes without confirming their documentation and compliance status upfront.

We recruit for technical and construction roles across data centre delivery, pharmaceutical and cleanroom programmes, and critical infrastructure projects. Typical disciplines include CSA, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), commissioning, security and cabling, HV/substations, pharma/CQV, QA/QC, HSE, planning, and document control. Browse our live roles here.

We aim to come back to you within 48 hours of receiving your profile with relevant live roles or an honest view of current market fit. We focus on role-fit over volume — we won't send you roles that don't match your background. Register on our Candidates page.

Yes — both. We work across permanent, fixed-term, and contract/interim engagements. Many of the roles in our data centre and pharma pipeline are contract positions, including some long-running programmes of 12–24 months or more.

Yes. We are active across 12 EU markets including Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Spain, Portugal, and Italy. We provide full cross-border mobilisation support, including compliance guidance for working in each country.

If you are a UK-based limited company contractor, IR35 status matters — it affects how you're taxed and whether you can operate through your own PSC (Personal Service Company). HMJ Global provides clear IR35 guidance and a Status Determination Statement (SDS) for every inside-IR35 engagement. If a role is inside IR35, we'll tell you upfront and discuss your options (umbrella company, PAYE) before you commit.

For UK contractors, we offer both umbrella company payroll and, in some cases, direct PAYE engagement. For EU contracts, we use compliant employer-of-record arrangements in each country. Payroll runs weekly. We aim to make the pay and deductions structure transparent from day one — no surprises.

Yes. Candidate relocation support and cross-border compliance guidance is included as part of our service. We'll walk you through the practicalities of working in a new country — from tax registration to accommodation leads — as part of your onboarding and mobilisation.

Yes. We provide role-specific interview preparation before each stage, including client briefing notes, likely question areas, and technical focus points relevant to the programme. We're with you through the process, not just at the point of submission.

Your CV and personal data is handled in accordance with UK and EU GDPR. We only share your details with specific clients after your explicit consent, and we do not sell or distribute your data to third parties. You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data at any time. See our full Privacy Policy.

Yes. We treat all registrations as strictly confidential. We won't approach your current employer or share your details without your knowledge and consent. Speak to us directly if you'd like to explore the market discreetly — call 0800 861 1230 or reach us on WhatsApp.

Contract lengths vary by programme, but data centre and pharma contracts typically run between 3 and 18 months, with many extending beyond the initial term. We'll give you a realistic picture of programme timelines and extension likelihood during the briefing stage.

Register your profile anyway. We work on new requirements regularly and always search our existing talent pool first. If a suitable role comes in that matches your background, we'll come to you directly — often before a role is advertised publicly.